Admission Standards
CODES is a selective program designed for students who are:
- A first-generation college student, Black, Latinx, and/or Pell-eligible
- Interested in research and active learning
- Committed to the community and ready to take action
Rather than requiring a specific test score or GPA, CODES uses a set of admissions standards that evaluate a student’s commitment to the community and level of motivation in arenas of their life within and beyond the classroom. The application for admission to CODES is a supplemental form students complete and submit after submitting their FAFSA and general application for admission to SIUE, including a video or written essay about their interest in the program.
How to apply (Application closed for Fall 2023 admission)
- File the FAFSA
- Apply to SIUE
- Complete the supplemental CODES application which includes a written or video essay about your interest in the program
- Once admitted, register for New Student Orientation which is mandatory for all first-year students
Students Transferring from Lewis and Clark Community College
In addition to the students enrolled in the CODES Pathway at SIUE, 10 students in Lewis and Clark Community College’s Honors Program will be engaged in the curriculum, participating in the summer seminar and collaborating with SIUE students. They will fully enter SIUE’s version of the program in the summer prior to their third year of study when they enroll in CODE320 on SIUE’s campus. Lewis and Clark students should apply to SIUE upon entry to the program (in their first year).
Late Entry to Pathway
Although the CODES Pathway uses a cohort model with a chronological completion process, students may request acceptance after their first semester, and will be asked to complete an orientation with CODES faculty and students prior to entry if accepted.
